Register here! How can on-farm experiences like tours, festivals, educational workshops, farm stays, or other events help your farm profitability? CISA, Lisa Chase from UVM, and Russell and Alane from Park Hill Orchard will lead a discussion about how to host visitors and build connection with your customers, increase on-farm sales, or even create new […]
This workshop is at capacity. Please email molly@buylocalfood.org if you would like to be placed on the waitlist. Join CISA and digital marketing expert, Michael Crigler, of Bueno Social for an in-person workshop exploring the graphic design thinking and guiding principles behind an effective farm website. Michael will discuss best practices and provide examples of […]
Register here! This CISA webinar, led by Special Projects Director Margaret Christie, will provide up-to-date information on the different sources of grant funding available to farms, what kinds of expenses are most (and least) likely to be fundable by grants, and how farmers can write clear and compelling applications to access grant money for their […]
Register here! Join CISA for a panel and discussion where farmers will share pro tips on social media, moderated by Jen Smith, Local Hero Program Manager. Farmer guest speakers Leslie Harris, Farm Manager, and Alexxis Wright, Events Manager, both from Quonquont Farm in Whately, MA and Rebecca Sadlowski, Farm Manager of Rooted Flowers in Agawam, […]
Register here! Please note: The location for this event has changed. The event will now be held in the community hall at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst, 121 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002. In this half-day workshop, you'll connect with farmers and others in our local food system to learn and practice effectively […]
Register here! Branding helps your customers understand who you are and what you do as soon as they see your logo and any of your printed or digital marketing assets. It helps you build a deeper connection with your customers and inspires new customers to get to know your farm and your products. Join CISA […]
This event has been POSTPONED due to weather concerns. Stay tuned for details about a rescheduled event date. Contact Molly (molly@buylocalfood.org) with questions. As a farmer, you’re driven by your own set of values that shape how you farm and engage with your community. Choosing to center your values in farm marketing can be […]
Register here! Join CISA and digital marketing expert, Michael Crigler, to explore social media marketing approaches that strengthen customer engagement, while avoiding overload and making the most of your time. During your farm’s busiest season, more is NOT always merrier. At the same time, it is crucial to maintain a loyal and engaged customer base […]